South from Tagus river, at the vast golden planes filled with centennial cork-oaks or olive trees, life is calm, the people are gentle, the food is delicious and the wine... well, let's just say that some of the best wines in the world are here.
Covering almost a third of the country, its name derives from the words "além Tejo", beyond the Tagus river. Besides the agricultural aspect with huge cork plantations, wheat fields and vineyards, Alentejo as much more to offer, from ancient dolmens and superbly sited castles to Roman ruins and sweeping Atlantic beaches.
Also worth a visit are the spectacular fortified town of Elvas and the Roman temple, medieval walls and cathedral of Évora, both with UNESCO World Heritage status. Plus, the amazing hilltop villages of Monsaraz and Marvão, and the marble towns of Estremoz and Vila Viçosa.
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